Staff Machine Learning ASIC Design Verification Engineer

Qualcomm; Markham; On-site; CAD 124,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Markham, Canada, is looking for an ASIC design verification engineer to develop cutting-edge solutions for AI/ML hardware IP. The ideal candidate will have in-depth knowledge of digital circuits, strong C/C++ programming skills, and experience with hardware verification languages. This role offers a competitive salary of $124,200 to $174,200 along with a structured benefits package to support your career and personal growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Annual discretionary bonus program

Opportunity for RSU grants

Comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• 4+ years of ASIC design, verification, validation experience.
• Strong understanding of digital circuits and event-driven simulators.
• Detailed oriented and able to plan and prioritize tasks effectively.

Responsibilities

• Develop world-class solutions for AI/ML HW IP.
• Deliver Verilog and/or System Verilog RTL.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on project objectives.

Skills

Strong analytical and debugging skills

Good working experience with C/C++

Strong knowledge of Object Oriented Programming concepts

Hardware verification languages (HVL)

Knowledgeable in one or more of the following disciplines

Strong knowledge of digital circuits

Knowledgeable with Perl, Python, TCL

Strong communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Science, Engineering, or related field

Master’s degree in Science, Engineering, or related field

PhD in Science, Engineering, or related field

Tools

SystemVerilog testbench (UVM)

Verilog

SystemC

Simulation and code coverage tools (VCS, Verdi, Modeltech/Questa, Xcelium)

Scripting languages (PERL, Python, TCL)

Synthesis tools (DCG/NXT, FC)

Static Timing (Primetime)

Job description

Company:

Qualcomm Canada ULC

Job Area:

Engineering Group, Engineering Group > ASICS Engineering

General Summary:

QUALCOMM is the world’s leading developer of next-generation wireless and multimedia technology.

We are searching for an ASIC design verification engineer interested in developing world-class solutions for the next generation of AI/ML HW IP.

Minimum Qualifications:

• • Bachelor's degree in Science, Engineering, or related field and 4+ years of ASIC design, verification, validation, integration, or related work experience.
• OR Master’s degree in Science, Engineering, or related field and 3+ years of ASIC design, verification, validation, integration, or related work experience.
• OR PhD in Science, Engineering, or related field and 2+ years of ASIC design, verification, validation, integration, or related work experience.

Required Skills/Experience:

• Strong analytical and debugging skills
• Good working experience with C/C++
• Strong knowledge of Object Oriented Programming (OOP) concepts
• Hardware verification languages (HVL): SystemVerilog testbench (UVM), and/or SystemC
• Hardware description languages (HDL): Verilog and SystemVerilog
• Knowledgeable in one or more of the following disciplines is preferred: Display (Pixel processing/composition/compression, MIPI DSI, DisplayPort, HDMI etc.), Bus/interconnect (AHB, AXI)
• Strong knowledge of digital circuits and event-driven simulators
• Knowledgeable with Perl, Python, TCL, tcsh, and GNU Make
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal) to convey complex information to peers.
• Detailed oriented and be able to plan and prioritize tasks effectively.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience delivering Verilog and/or System Verilog RTL
• Detail oriented with strong analytical and debugging skills
• Strong communication (written and verbal), collaboration, and specification skills
• Practiced working experience with some of the following concepts:
  • Clock domain crossing and reset architecture
  • Machine Learning HW development
  • FIFOs implementation
  • Bus implementation/verification techniques
  • Memory selection and control
  • High speed and low power design optimization
  • Bus interface protocols (AHB, AXI)
• Experience with some of the following:\
  • Simulation and code coverage tools (VCS, Verdi, Modeltech/Questa, or Xcelium)
  • Design rule and CDC checking (SVA assertions, Spyglass, 0-in, etc.)
  • Scripting languages (PERL, Python, TCL, C, etc.)
  • Power Intent and Analysis: UPF, CLP, PTPX, PowerPro
  • Synthesis: DCG/NXT, FC
  • Static Timing: Primetime
  • Formal Verification: Conformal, Formality
• Legally permitted to work on-site in Canada

Applicants:

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Pay range and Other Compensation & Benefits:

$124,200.00 - $174,200.00

The above pay scale reflects the broad, minimum to maximum, pay scale for this job code for the location for which it has been posted. Even more importantly, please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Qualcomm. We also offer a competitive annual discretionary bonus program and opportunity for annual RSU grants (employees on sales‑incentive plans are not eligible for our annual bonus). In addition, our highly competitive benefits package is designed to support your success at work, at home, and at play. Your recruiter will be happy to discuss all that Qualcomm has to offer.

If you would like more information about this role, please contact Qualcomm Careers.